Virginia Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association

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Virginia Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association

To compile and to disseminate statistics, experiences, and other information affecting the onsite wastewater recycling industry.

VOWRA's mission is to support, strengthen, advance and unify the onsite wastewater industry in the Commonwealth of Virginia through education, training, and representation. VOWRA Goals
To improve the conditions of the onsite wastewater recycling industry by working towards the establishment of uniform standards for the quality of design, installation and servicing of all types of onsite wastewater treatment and disposal systems. To establish throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia a relationship among all those concerned with the onsite wastewater recycling industry that will increase the flow of information, not only among members of this Corporation, but among all organizations, agencies and individuals having complementary objectives and purposes. To educate and train practitioners in the Member Sectors allowing them to build up their skills and abilities so that they may be able to perform at a high level of competence. To inform and educate the general public concerning the value of recycling wastewater as a viable option to central sewage systems and of the need for properly designed and maintained onsite wastewater treatment and disposal systems. To protect the environment of the Commonwealth of Virginia by assisting the development of sound ecological practices in the manufacture, design, siting, installation, maintenance and management of onsite wastewater treatment and disposal systems. To unite in common organization those professionally engaged in the onsite wastewater recycling industry. To formulate and maintain ethical standards for the guidance of its members in their relations with each other and the public.

09/13/2026

🚜 Think you’ve got what it takes? It’s time to prove it!

Join us for the VOWRA Backhoe Rodeo during the 2026 VOWRA Annual Conference, November 1–3 at The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center!

Put your operating skills to the test with precision challenges, obstacle-course events, friendly competition, prizes, and plenty of bragging rights. Whether you’re competing or watching from the sidelines, this is one event you won’t want to miss!

🏆 Prizes & bragging rights
🚜 Test your operating skills
🤝 Connect with fellow industry professionals
💪 Build camaraderie within Virginia’s onsite wastewater industry

Good operators build a stronger industry.

📍 The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center — Roanoke, VA
📅 November 1–3, 2026
🌐 VOWRA.org

Who thinks they can take home the title? Tag the operator you want to see compete! 👇

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from VOWRA! 🇺🇸

Today, we recognize the hardworking men and women who keep Virginia moving forward every day.

To the installers, pumpers, service technicians, operators, engineers, regulators, suppliers, and everyone who plays a role in Virginia’s onsite wastewater industry — thank you for the work you do. Your dedication helps protect public health, our communities, and Virginia’s environment.

Today is about celebrating YOU and the work that often happens behind the scenes but makes a difference every single day.

From all of us at VOWRA, Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Educate • Advocate • Support

09/03/2026

💧 Want to Make a Difference in Rural Virginia? 💧

VOWRA is hiring a Technical Assistance Specialist to support communities facing wastewater and sanitation challenges.

We're looking for a knowledgeable, hands-on professional with experience in onsite and decentralized wastewater systems who is passionate about helping rural communities thrive.

🔹 Conduct field assessments and troubleshooting
🔹 Assist communities with funding opportunities
🔹 Deliver technical guidance and training
🔹 Work directly with local leaders and stakeholders
🔹 Travel throughout Virginia making a real impact

If you're ready to combine technical expertise with meaningful community service, we'd love to hear from you!

📧 [email protected]
📞 540-885-8500

Please share this post with qualified professionals in the wastewater industry.

08/10/2026

📣 CALLING ALL EXHIBITORS!

Want to put your business in front of the professionals who keep Virginia’s onsite industry moving forward? Join us at the 2026 VOWRA Annual Conference & Trade Show!

📅 November 1–3, 2026
🤝 Trade Show: November 2
📍 Hotel Roanoke | Roanoke, VA

This is your opportunity to connect with industry professionals, showcase your products and services, build valuable relationships, and generate new leads.

🚨 Booth space is limited — reserve yours today!

🌐 VOWRA.org
📧 [email protected]
📞 (540) 885-8500

Connect. Showcase. Grow.

07/31/2026

🎤 Got knowledge worth sharing? The VOWRA stage is waiting for you.

The 2026 VOWRA Annual Conference & Trade Show is now accepting abstracts and technical papers from professionals across Virginia’s onsite wastewater industry.

Whether you’ve solved a difficult field problem, developed a better installation method, worked with emerging technology, completed an interesting case study, or have valuable regulatory or O&M experience—we want to hear your story.

This is your opportunity to:
✅ Share your expertise
✅ Educate fellow professionals
✅ Help advance Virginia’s onsite wastewater industry
✅ Build your professional network
✅ Leave a lasting impact on the next generation of installers, pumpers, designers, regulators, engineers, and service providers.

📍 Hotel Roanoke – Roanoke, VA
📅 November 1–3, 2026

📧 Submit your abstract or paper:
[email protected]

Your experience could be the presentation that changes the way someone works tomorrow. Don’t keep it to yourself—submit your paper today!

07/13/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026 VOWRA Scholarship Recipients! 🎉

Please join us in congratulating Emily Bourdon of Madison, VA, and Richard Rouse of Bristol, VA, as the recipients of the 2026 Ronnie Thomas Professional Development Fund Scholarships!

Thanks to this scholarship, Emily and Richard will attend the Virginia Tech Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Short School – Alternative Onsite Wastewater Systems Track this August, where they’ll gain valuable knowledge and hands-on training in treatment technologies, pumping, dispersal methods, soils, disinfection, operations, maintenance, and more.

At VOWRA, we believe that investing in education is investing in the future of Virginia’s onsite wastewater industry. By supporting continuing education, we’re helping strengthen our workforce, raise professional standards, and ensure better service for the communities we serve.

👏 Congratulations, Emily and Richard! We hope you have an outstanding experience at Virginia Tech, and we look forward to seeing the knowledge you bring back to our industry.

Please help us celebrate them by leaving your congratulations in the comments! 🎓🎉

06/30/2026

Today we’re celebrating Virginia Drinking Water and Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day! Behind every glass of clean, safe water are the experts who protect our sources, monitor quality, support 2,811 public water systems, and help 1.7 million private well owners stay safe—especially during floods, storms, and other disasters.

Huge thanks to the teams across Virginia who work every day to keep our communities healthy. We couldn’t do it without you!

05/22/2026

📗 ✏️ Check out this great opportunity from the Virginia Tech Continuing and Professional Education program. ✏️ 📗

You’ll find more info and registration online at:
https://cpe.vt.edu/wwss.html

05/05/2026

Big thanks for everyone who came out to celebrate the legacy of Ronnie Thomas on Saturday. Our 3rd annual golf tournament was a huge success, but we could not have done it without our sponsors and volunteers.

04/27/2026

⛳️ We’re hitting the links on Saturday! ⛳️

✏️ Register today at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-ronnie-thomas-memorial-golf-tournament--2026 ✏️

Address

Staunton, VA
24401

Telephone

(540) 885-8500

Website

http://www.vowra.org/

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